Staff Sergeant Jeffrey Hilsman saving the world

Clay sent us a link to the AFRC.MIL story about Air Force Reservist Staff Sergeant Jeffrey Hilsman in the 45th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, MacDill Air Force Base who is also a full-time policeman in Plant City, Florida. Last Veterans’ Day, he was on patrol when him and his partner were called to a burning house. Through the windows, they could see two people in the house, so they didn’t hesitate and charged into the burning structure. When they got the teenagers out, they told the police officers that their mother was being held hostage in the building.

The officers rushed to the rear of the house where they were able to see the blood covered mother and the suspect through a closed window. The suspect with his hands and arms around the victim in a bear hug like hold was dragging her towards the flames.

The officers shattered the glass and ordered the perpetrator to release the victim. Failing to follow the numerous commands and continuing to precede towards the fire, the officers were left with little option. Both officers drew their sidearm and with one strategically placed shot, the threat to both themselves and the victim was neutralized.

“With my positions in both the Reserve and the police department, quite often I am required to make split-second decisions,” said Hilsman. “Thankfully the training I receive from both, allows me to make those potentially life-saving decisions.”

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